Knitting Machine Technician I (2nd shift: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.) - $22.75/hour + shift differential

Description

Sigvaris is currently looking for a Knitting Machine Technician I to join our team in Peachtree City, GA.  As a leading compression solution provider, we are not just a company that manufactures products.  We are a global team on a mission to help people feel their best.  The Knitting Machine Technician I is responsible for the general repair of hosiery knitting machines to ensure first quality products are produced to company specifications.

Shift:

• Monday to Thursday
• 2nd: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Pay Plus Bonus:

• $22.75 per hour plus shift differential.  Automatic $0.50 increase every six months during the first year of employment.
• Opportunity to earn $100 Attendance Bonus payments per quarter. *

*Subject to Company's Attendance Policy.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Performs required/needed maintenance to knitting machines to ensure machines are operating in good working order.
• Addresses machine stops to keep machines operating efficiently.
• Performs preventive maintenance as outlined in weekly PM sheets.
• Follows proper procedures to ensure product is knit to specifications.
• Responsible for setup/sizing of different styles/series on machines and ensure proper sizing to spec before release to production.
• Supports the SIGVARIS quality system and quality policy by following work instructions, procedures and the accurate fulfillment of required forms to meet all internal and external requirements.
• Assists the other teams on shift by helping when resources are needed.
• Assists with the training of new personnel in the department.
• Works toward meeting the production and quality goals as set by management.
• Assists the knitter with yarn tickets, creeling, inspection and paperwork.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks and jobs as directed by the Supervisor/Shift Lead.
• Utilizes shift reports to address known stop issues of machines and the pro-active approach of addressing them.
• Fosters positive morale among staff, by promotion of open communication with all departments, to help create and maintain an innovative and cooperative staff relationship and environment.

          o Interacts with external and internal customers in a timely manner conducive to continued positive relationships.

          o Displays patience, courtesy and tact; demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others as necessary.

     • Demonstrates effective communication methods.

          o Supervisor and/or appropriate management staff are kept informed of developments affecting their functions.

          o Responds quickly to all oral and written communications.

          o Maintains and encourages an open line of communication with both internal and external customers.

          o Accurately and legibly presents written data to affected internal/external customer.

• Follows established company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with SIGVARIS policies, industry standards, ISO 13485 standards, 6S and Lean Manufacturing, and Federal, State and local laws.
• Assists with the implementation of Lean/Kaizen initiatives or events in the department.
• Follows all work instructions, creates and maintains accurate records to meet all internal and external requirements to support the SIGVARIS Quality System and Quality Policy.
• Accurately performs any other duties and responsibilities as assigned to ensure an efficient workflow.

Requirements

Education And Work Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent/GED.
• Must have some technical experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Circular Knitting machine experience is a plus!

Physical Requirements:

This job operates in a manufacturing environment.

• Regularly required to stand and walk from machine to machine for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, bend, lift or climb.
• Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 25 pounds).
• Finger dexterity and hand coordination required.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.

What We Offer You:

• Competitive salary with automatic increase every six months for the first year of employment
• Medical (Core Plan and High Deductible Plan)
• Health Spending Account (applies to High Deductible Plan)
• Flexible Spending Account

• Dental Plan

• FREE Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability
• Voluntary benefits include vision, term life insurance, accident, cancer and hospital confinement
• 401(k) with Company match (dollar for dollar 100% up to the first 5% of employee contributions to the plan)
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Employee Assistance Program

Successful completion of background check, verifiable employment, and drug test will be required in advance of hire.

Sigvaris is an EOE.